BWC Substance Use Prevention & Recovery (SUPR) Program: What Employers Need to Know Before the March 31 Reporting Deadline
The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) Substance Use Prevention & Recovery (SUPR) Program, formerly known as the Drug-Free Safety Program, was redesigned to make participation simpler, more flexible, and more accessible for Ohio employers.
With year round enrollment, companies can join SUPR whenever they’re ready. However, for employers currently enrolled, the annual SUPR report is due March 31, making now the time to confirm training requirements and compliance items are complete.
What Is the SUPR Program?
The SUPR Program is designed to help employers reduce workplace substance use risks while earning meaningful financial incentives. Through education, testing, and prevention efforts, SUPR supports safer workplaces and healthier employees, while helping control workers’ compensation costs.
Key SUPR Benefits for Employers
Participating in SUPR offers both financial and operational advantages, including:
- Premium bonuses of 4% or 7%, depending on participation level
- Reimbursement grants for approved substance use prevention activities, such as:
- Developing or updating drug-free workplace policies
- Employee education and supervisor training
- Drug and alcohol testing
- Substance use assessments
Even employers participating at lower levels can qualify for reimbursements, making SUPR a cost effective and flexible option for companies of all sizes.
Training Requirements: Still Need to Complete Them?
If training is still outstanding ahead of the March 31 reporting deadline, Sheakley offers multiple options to help employers meet BWC requirements quickly and efficiently.
Online SUPR Training – Available Anytime
Sheakley’s online training portal provides convenient, on-demand access to required courses, including:
- 1 hour Employee Education Training
- 1 hour Supervisor Training
These courses are designed to meet SUPR requirements while minimizing disruption to daily operations, ideal for employers working against the reporting deadline.
Live SUPR Webinars – March 18
For employers who prefer live instruction, Sheakley is also hosting SUPR-eligible webinars on Wednesday, March 18. These sessions provide interactive training led by experienced professionals and allow participants to ask questions in real time.
👉 Register for live training or access online courses here:
https://safety.sheakley.com/events-and-training/
How Sheakley Supports SUPR Compliance
Beyond training, Sheakley offers full-service SUPR program management, helping employers stay compliant while maximizing available incentives. Support includes:
- Drug & alcohol policy design and updates
- Employee education and supervisor training
- Coordination of drug and alcohol testing programs
- Referral support for employee assistance
- Ongoing compliance tracking and reporting support
With Sheakley’s guidance, employers can confidently meet BWC requirements, stay audit-ready, and take full advantage of SUPR bonuses and reimbursements.
Don’t Miss the March 31 Deadline
If your organization participates in the BWC SUPR Program, now is the time to verify training completion and reporting requirements. Whether you need last minute training or full program support, Sheakley is here to help.
Questions about SUPR compliance or training options?
Connect with our team or explore upcoming training opportunities today.
